Using important attic space with skylights and loft ladders

The well-known half-timbered building called Tübinger Kelter has its origins in the early 16th century. Instead of its original use for wine production, the building now houses a restaurant including a vinotheque and liquid bar. Five centuries after its construction, the only window sloping in the direction of the ridge has now also been given a makeover. In the form of slat shading from Baier.

The listed Gasthof zur Post shines in new splendour after extensive renovation. In the attic flats, modern roof windows with external sun protection slats provide plenty of light, fresh air and heat protection - all in harmony with the preservation order.

The listed building ensemble "Kaffeeberghöfe" in the Affstätt district of Herrenberg has undergone a complete restoration. Both the main house with eight residential units and the two barns, each with two residential units, now shine in new splendour. In order to comply with the preservation order, Baier manufactured sun protection slats for the new skylights.

The requirements of the authorities for the protection of historical monuments are set against the wishes of the user for a practicable and cost-effective solution. In the case of the "Fernmeldeamt" listed building in Berlin, the parties have found a consensus - the Baier sun protection louvre, which is in keeping with the listed building.

The choice between renovation and new installation presents many a building owner with a tricky decision. In the case of the private residence in Achern, repairing the torn roller shutter belt would have been so costly that the building owners decided to replace it and thus enlarge the skylight with an external roller shutter.

Roof conversion in a national monument? This calls for a flair for the nimble - and partners who pull in the same direction. With skylights including shading appropriate for a listed building, the conservationists were able to realise modern living space in the historic roof truss.